Taxi Life – Delivery Driver is the latest DLC for Taxi Life – A City Driving Simulator. This is a game I covered last year, and I gave it a healthy 7.5/10. Accordingly, when the DLC was announced, I was interested to see if the developer had adjusted any core mechanics or sorted out the repetitive gameplay issues. In short, the answer is no to both questions. However, the action is still fun, and the delivery quests are an enjoyable addition to the base game.
Simteract developed, and Nacon published this driving simulation experience. Moreover, it is a single-player driving game that can be enjoyed from several perspectives. Unlike some of its peers, you cannot leave your vehicle. Though this is somewhat restrictive, it doesn’t detract from the core gameplay.
Taxi Life – Delivery Driver allows the action to do the talking.
Like many of its peers, Taxi Life – Delivery Driver does not have a plot. Instead, a basic business model and a requirement to manage your business stand at the fore. This may frustrate story-happy gamers, but it’s a simple approach that allows you to focus on the goal at hand.
Unlike the base game, you do not have to worry about transporting passengers from point A to B. Instead, you visit a warehouse with your new pickup truck to deliver parcels like an Amazon driver. Your truck can stuff 8 boxes across the seats and none in the pickup bed. This was strange, but who lets small details get in the way of an otherwise fun game?
Drive like a champion.
Illegal driving is frowned upon. No one likes a dangerous driver, and Taxi Life – Delivery Driver ensures that you abide by the law of the land. Speeding, crashing, and driving the wrong way up a road will get you fined! Yet, the odd naughty action can be amusing and cutting corners and hoping not to get caught are par for the course.
As you undertake every delivery mission, you must follow your GPS and deliver your goods in a timely fashion. You will be given fragile and normal boxes, and you’ll be judged on their condition on arrival. The better the job, the higher the score. The higher the score, the more money you earn. Consequently, being careful and abiding by the law are essential if you wish to earn the most money.
Taxi Life – Delivery Driver looks nice.
Driving across Barcelona is a beautiful experience. The roads feel alive, and I like the sense of depth and the vast road network. Though there are a few rendering issues and the cars occasionally look blocky, the developer has done a great job. I experienced some glitches, but there was nothing to worry about.
The audio is realistic, and though I tended to ignore passengers, there was some nice acting whenever you interacted. Moreover, the cars sound good, and I enjoyed sounding my horn more than I should have.
Twitchy controls.
Understanding the fundamentals was easy. There is a driving school, and this gets you up to speed in no time. However, the controls are somewhat sensitive and navigating the narrow streets can be problematic. Add in the stop-start nature of NPC cars and roundabouts, and it is a recipe for disaster. This is something that needs to be addressed, as it reduces realism considerably.
Taxi Life – Delivery Driver is repetitive. Once you’ve completed one delivery mission, you’ve completed them all. Yet, there is a roster of cars you can buy, and there is a business model to work through. It’s just a shame that these elements don’t dominate proceedings, as it would have enhanced replay value and longevity.
Taxi Life – Delivery Driver is a great addition.
This isn’t going to be mind-blowing DLC that gets everyone talking. However, if you own the base game, it is a nice add-on that enhances the core mechanics. Moreover, the business elements are good, and Barcelona is pleasant to explore. Accordingly, I like it, and I recommend buying it here! Can you run a successful delivery company? Jump in your pickup, head to the warehouse, and don’t damage those parcels.
